North Central Railway XLPE Cable Tender Jhansi Uttar Pradesh IS 7098 Part 1 BIS 2026

Tender Overview

North Central Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for XLPE Cable for Working Voltage up to and Including 1.1 KV marked to IS 7098 (Part 1), BIS certified. Estimated value not disclosed; EMD ₹71,120; location: Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh 284001. The scope centers on IS 7098 Part 1 compliant power cables with appropriate insulation, conductor material, outer sheath, and armouring as specified. Tender emphasizes BIS/ISI conformity, OEM authorization where applicable, and compliance with packing, labeling, and drum standards. Key differentiator: mandatory BIS certification and manufacturer authorization for distributors. Unique aspect: multiple categories of construction, armour, insulation colors, and sequential marking requirements. This procurement targets suppliers capable of supplying BIS-marked cables with traceable identification on cable and drums.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: XLPE Cable for working voltage up to 1.1 kV, IS 7098 (Part 1) compliant, BIS marked.
• Conductor: Material and construction as per IS 7098 (Part 1) with specified nominal cross-sectional area (Sq mm) and number of cores.
• Insulation & Sheath: Color of XLPE insulation, inner sheath type, outer sheath standard, and outer color specified; sequential marking and cable identification must be present.
• Armouring & Outer Jacket: Type of cable, material, and armour details per tender; drum standard and packing/marking rules apply.
• Compliance: Manufacturer identification on cable; BIS certificate to accompany offer; OEM authorization for distributors; pre-dispatch certificates where required.
• EMD & Certifications: EMD ₹71,120; bid must include EMD submission proof (DD/FDR) and BIS/IS certificates; vendor to provide past performance relevant to government procurement.
• Delivery & Documentation: Delivery to NCR/Jhansi site; include both scanned and hard copy documents within specified timelines.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹71,120; payment via Account Payee Demand Draft in favor of Sr DFM/NCR/JHS or through acceptable EMD instruments; hard copy delivery within 5 days of bid end/open date.
• Manufacturer Authorization: OEM/Original Service Provider authorization form with complete contact details required if bidding through authorized distributors.
• PBG/FDR: Performance security may be furnished as Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) in favor of Sr DFM/NCR/JHS; release conditions specified; hard copy of original FDR to be submitted within 15 days of contract award.
• BIS Certification: Offer must include BIS certificate; non-submission may lead to rejection.
• Past Performance: Only certificates from government organizations/PSUs for similar items are valid; PO/GeM copies alone are not acceptable.
• Delivery & Warranty: Ensure timely delivery and compliance with packing/marking; warranty details to be provided in line with IS 7098 and BIS requirements.
• Documentation: Submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, and technical bid documents; OEM authorization and BIS-related documents must be included.
• Delivery Terms: 5-day hard copy submission window post bid end/date; ensure physical delivery of EMD/FDR as applicable.